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White Branch, MO

Missouri

White Branch is a small town in Missouri with a population of 210.

1.8 /5.0
D Poor
210 Population 420/sq mi density
$108,200 Home Value
D
Overall
1.8 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $108,200
62% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.6%
69% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.1%
28% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.3%
65% lower than US avg

How White Branch Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population210
Median Age65.3 yrs
Density420/mi²
Male / Female63% / 37%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans36.7%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$27,567
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty4.3%
Commute33 min

Housing

Home Value$108,200
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units136
Rent Burden27.9%

Health

Obesity41.1%
Uninsured10.7%
Smoking23.0%
Depression30.1%
Heart Disease7.0%

Climate

Avg TempN/A
AQI41 (Good)
Sunny Days297/yr
Elevation722 ft (220 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.6%
High School+81.4%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute33 min
Broadband91.2%

Is White Branch a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, White Branch receives an overall livability score of 1.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. White Branch faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 4.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in White Branch is $108,200, 62% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

10.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

With 297 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

White Branch has a population of 210 with a density of 420 people per square mile. The median age is 65.3 years, 68% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

210
Total Population
420
People / sq mi
65.3yrs
Median Age
68% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 62.9%
Female 37.1%

Race & Ethnicity

White Branch vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

White Branch vs U.S. Average

The median household income in White Branch is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: White Branch vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$27,567

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.3%
65% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.1 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in White Branch is $108,200, 62% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$108,200
62% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden27.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$732
1 Bedroom$775
2 Bedrooms$970
3 Bedrooms$1,265
4 Bedrooms$1,457

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied92.0%
Housing Units136
Median Year Built1961

Property Tax

In White Branch, 41.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.7% of residents lack health insurance. 23.0% are current smokers. 30.1% report depression. 34.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: White Branch vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.1%
28% above US avg
Diabetes12.0%
Heart Disease7.0%
High Blood Pressure34.7%
Asthma12.2%
COPD10.3%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking23.0%
64% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.1%
Physical Inactivity34.1%
Depression30.1%
Mental Distress22.1%
Physical Distress17.1%
Short Sleep40.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate83.3%
Uninsured10.7%
24% above US avg
Checkup Rate76.4%
Dental Visits49.7%

Food & Exercise

10.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (69% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.2-point margin. 91.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.6%
D 22.4%

Winner: Republican by 54.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.6%
69% below US avg
High School+81.4%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.51
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density420/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access91.2%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.1 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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